Payroll Clerk

Spirit Employment and Training Edmonton; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Edmonton is seeking a Payroll Clerk to handle payroll processing and employee compensation. The role involves maintaining records, preparing payments, and addressing payroll inquiries. Candidates should have a background in payroll, with experience in Great Plains software being an asset.

Qualifications

• Background in payroll is essential.
• Experience with Great Plains computer software is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Collect, check, and process payroll information.
• Prepare and verify statements of earnings for employees.
• Respond to employees' questions and resolve payroll issues.

Skills

Payroll processing

Record keeping

Problem solving

Tools

Great Plains

Job description

Job Duties:

1. Payroll clerks collect, check, and process payroll information and calculate the amount of pay and benefits for employees of the company.
2. You may work for a payroll administration company that provides payroll services for different clients.
3. Or, you may work in the payroll department of various types of companies and organizations.
4. Generally, payroll clerks use computerized and manual systems to:
5. Keep records of employee attendance, leave, and overtime.
6. Prepare and verify statements of earnings for employees, including gross and net salaries and deductions (such as taxes, union dues, and contributions to insurance and pension plans).
7. Prepare employee payments via cheque or direct transfer to employees' bank accounts.
8. Complete, check, and process forms and documents related to employment benefits (such as pension plans, leaves, share savings, and employment and medical insurance).
9. Prepare income tax and other related statements.
10. Respond to employees' questions and resolve payroll issues.
11. Create reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits.

Qualifications:

• Background in payroll is essential.
• Experience with Great Plains computer software is an asset.

Compensation: $25.00 per hour.

To apply, please submit your application.